DROP-IN WORKSHOPS

Maria offers a weekly drop-in workshop for actors who have been auditioning for TV and film and would like to practice their script analysis and character development in a low-stakes environment to gain professional feedback.

  • Actors have the choice of bringing in their own material or requesting sides from Maria to prepare.

    Actors can then choose to self-tape their auditions prior to class or to perform their scenes live over Zoom.

    The class will meet as a group over Zoom to watch tapes and perform scenes for notes. Actors will have the option to take an adjustment live over Zoom or just receive feedback on their work.

  • Who is this workshop right for?

    This workshop is intended for actors who have been auditioning for TV and film and would like to practice their script analysis and character development in a low-stakes environment to gain professional feedback.

    How many people will be in each class?

    Class size will be limited to 8-10 actors.

    How long is each class?

    Depending on the number of actors and the length of their scenes, each class will run between 2- 2.5hrs per week.

    What type of material will we be working on?

    Actors can expect a range of material, from Network TV to streaming and cable, comedy and drama.

    Sounds great but how much does it cost?

    Drop-in workshops are on a sliding ‘Pay What you Can’ scale; the suggested rate is between $25 - $50. You do not need to justify the rate you choose, simply send the payment that works best for you via Venmo or Zelle.

    I’m in! How do I register?

    Go the scheduling page choose ‘Drop-In Workshop’. Class sizes are small and spots will fill up! You will receive a confirmation email reserving your spot.

    I can’t make it this time, how often will you be offering this workshop?

    Drop-In Workshops will be offered weekly based on interest (with the exception of holidays).

  • Drop-In Workshops will be offered weekly based on interest (with the exception of holidays). Go the scheduling page choose ‘Drop-In Workshop’. Class sizes are small and spots will fill up! You will receive a confirmation email reserving your spot.

SERIES REGULAR WORKSHOPS

Maria is periodically offering a recurring 4-week Series Regular workshop for actors who are interested in learning the nuance and technique that it requires to book a series regular role.

  • Once a week, Maria will send actors audition materials for a Series Regular role. 

    Actors will self-tape their auditions independently. Self-tapes will be due within 48 hours. 

    The class will meet as a group over Zoom to watch tapes back with notes. Actors will have the option to take an adjustment live over Zoom or just receive feedback on their work.

  • Who is this workshop right for?

    This workshop is intended for actors who are currently auditioning for series regular roles and would like to practice their script analysis and character development in a low-stakes environment to gain professional feedback.

    How many people will be in each class?

    Class size will be limited to 8-10 actors.

    How long is each class?

    Depending on the number of actors and the length of their scenes, each class will run between 2.5 - 3hrs per week.

    What type of material will we be working on?

    Each actor will have the opportunity to work on 4 different series regular auditions over the course of the 4-week workshop. Actors can expect a range of material, from Network TV to streaming and cable, comedy and drama. 

  • To be notified when the next workshop is available please use the contact page to email Maria with the subject ‘Series Regular Workshop’.

TEACHER & GUEST LECTURER

Maria is a guest lecturer at MFA and undergraduate programs across the country. She is currently an Adjunct with Pace Performing Arts Film/TV Program and teaches classes on Audition Technique, The Business of Acting, and Showcase. To inquire about teaching availability please contact Maria here.